The National Sheep Association (NSA) has put in place a new service to record incidents of sheep worrying by dogs. 

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The service also promises to raise awareness of the risks of tapeworm infection due to ineffective worming of dogs. 

Phil Stocker, Chief Executive of the NSA commented, “We hope this new service will provide valuable information to benefit sheep producers.  Sheep worrying and dog attacks appear to be on the increase and we are aware that many cases go unreported. It is important to create a picture of what is really happening and use this to raise awareness among dog owners and authorities.” 

Farmers are urged to phone the NSA on 01684 892661 and confidentially report any cases of sheep worrying they experience.

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